Zi-Tong Pan, Li-Miao Shen, Fentahun Wondu Dagnaw, Jian-Ji Zhong, Jing-Xin Jian and Qing-Xiao Tong
Chem. Commun., 2023,59, 1637-1640
DOI:
10.1039/D2CC06486C,
Communication
Here, an efficient Minisci reaction of heteroarenes and unactivated C(sp3)–H alkanes was achieved using an inexpensive FeCl3 as a photocatalyst. The photogenerated chlorine radical contributed to the HAT of C–H and subsequently initiated this reaction. Surprisingly, salt water and even seawater can act as a chlorine radical source, which provided an enlightening idea for future organic synthesis methods.
